Egypt's Golden Empire

Egypt's Golden Empire

This three-part special tells the story of the Egyptian empire from its beginning in 1560 B.C. to its collapse in 1080 B.C. Interviews with scholars and dramatic re-creations bring the story to life.

Created By

Status

Ended

Original Name

Egypt's Golden Empire

First Air Date

November 4, 2001

Last Air Date

November 18, 2001

Seasons

1

Episodes

3

Language

English

Networks

BBC Two

The Last Great Pharaoh
S01E03

The Last Great Pharaoh

Under the 67-year reign of Ramesses the Great, the Egyptian New Kingdom is at its greatest height. Resources flood into Egypt, a new capital is built, and The House of Life becomes the intellectual center for the empire. However, after Ramesses dies, the demise of the empire is at hand.

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